Museums in Rajasthan are a great attraction for the tourists. Though there are a number of other attractions in Jaipur yet the museums manage to attract most number of tourists because it portrays the rich history and culture of the place.
There are many museums in Jaipur but the Dolls Museum occupies a significant place in the tourism map because of its rich collection. The museum is a must visit in Jaipur. Flocked by a large number of tourists from different parts of the world, the Dolls museum has played a vital role in making the visit to museum really special experience for the tourists. Having a wide range of collection that includes mostly dolls, visiting this museum is a unique experience for the tourists. These dolls reflect different cultures prevalent across the world. Clad in national attires of different countries, the dolls offer a mesmerizing experience to the tourists.
Features of the Dolls Museum
Located at a distance of 4 kilometers from the city center, the museum was built in the year 1974 with a definite purpose. It mainly serves the purpose of reflecting the different cultures of the world. The variety of attires worn by dolls reflects the culture of the following provinces:
- Bengal
- Maharashtra
- Gujarat
- Tamil Nadu
- Punjab
- Assam
- Kashmir
Some of the dolls are also dressed up in bridal dresses of the following provinces:
- Mysore
- Gujarat
- Kerala
- Bengal
- Punjab
Dolls are also exhibited wearing attires of classical dances like:
- Bharatnatyam
- Odissi
- Kuchipudi
- Kathakali
In the Dolls museum of Jaipur, you will also find dolls wearing attires of different countries like:
- Uganda
- China
- New Zealand
- Britain
- Mexico
- Spain
- USA
- Malaysia
- Sweden
- Germany
- Afghanistan
